Juniper Networks, Inc.1194 North Mathilda AvenueSunnyvale, CA 94089USA408-745-2000www.juniper.netERX Edge RoutersInstallation and User GuideRelease 4.
ContentsxChapter 2 Installing the ERX SystemBefore You Begin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
CHAPTER 7Maintaining the ERX System7-8Figure 7-4 Installing an SFP on an ERX GE I/O module4 Insert the SFP as far as you can into the I/O module.The
Cleaning the SystemERX Edge Routers7-9• Field descriptions› gigabitEthernet interfaceSpecifier – status of the hardware on this interface• up – hardwa
CHAPTER 7Maintaining the ERX System7-10ERX-1400 SeriesFigure 7-5 and Figure 7-6 show the location of the fan tray in the ERX-1400 series.Figure 7-5 L
Replacing Fan TraysERX Edge Routers7-11Removing the Fan Tray To remove the fan tray:Caution: Do not use the fan tray handle to carry the fan tray asse
CHAPTER 7Maintaining the ERX System7-12ERX-700 SeriesFigure 7-7 shows the location of the fan tray in the ERX-700 series.Figure 7-7 Location of fan t
Replacing Fan TraysERX Edge Routers7-13Installing the Fan Tray Caution: Do not use the fan tray handle to carry the fan tray assembly. Use the handle
CHAPTER 7Maintaining the ERX System7-14
8TroubleshootingThis chapter explains how you can troubleshoot a specific problem at system power-up, such as abnormal LED activity or no system power
CHAPTER 8Troubleshooting8-2LED ActivityModule LEDs can show you the immediate status of a module and alert you to a problem with the module or one of
Understanding Status LEDsERX Edge Routers8-3Understanding Status LEDsWhen you power up the system, it runs a series of tests for each module installed
ERX Edge RoutersxiCabling SC Duplex Connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-14Cabling SMB Connectors . .
CHAPTER 8Troubleshooting8-4All modules REDUNDANT Redundancy Green See Redundancy Status later in this chapter.Note: The REDUNDANT LED on the cOCx/STM
Understanding Status LEDsERX Edge Routers8-5The following figures show a representative module for each of the three variations:• SRP module (Figure 8
CHAPTER 8Troubleshooting8-6Figure 8-1 SRP module LEDsNote: The primary SRP illuminates the REDUNDANT LED only when the SRP detects that there is a se
Understanding Status LEDsERX Edge Routers8-7Figure 8-2 FE2 module LEDsFigure 8-3 E3 and T3 module LEDsLED Activity During BootingWhen the system boo
CHAPTER 8Troubleshooting8-8If the system detects an error during booting, the FAIL LED turns on. Some failure conditions may cause the board not to bo
Understanding Status LEDsERX Edge Routers8-9Redundancy StatusYou can determine the redundancy state of line modules by examining the online and redund
CHAPTER 8Troubleshooting8-10Monitoring Temperatures of ModulesYou can view the temperature of each module by issuing the show environment all and show
Resetting Line Modules and SRP ModulesERX Edge Routers8-11Resetting Line Modules and SRP ModulesTwo recessed buttons on line modules and SRP modules p
CHAPTER 8Troubleshooting8-12If ECC detects a double-bit error in a system that contains a redundant SRP module, the redundant module becomes active an
ASystem SpecificationsTable A-1 ERX specificationsERX-1400 Series ERX-700 Series WeightChassis onlyChassis fully configured42 lb (18.9 kg)88 lb (39.6
ContentsxiiChapter 8 TroubleshootingDiagnosing Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
APPENDIX ASystem SpecificationsA-2Airflow • An integral air plenum directs system’s exhaust air below the system and out the back. See Figure D-1 in A
ERX Edge RoutersA-3Telecommunications Certification• ACA TS 016-1997• CTR13 – Commission Decision of 9 July 1997 on a common technical regulation for
APPENDIX ASystem SpecificationsA-4
BModule SpecificationsThis appendix provides information about line modules, SRP modules, and I/O modules. All line modules, with the exception of the
APPENDIX BModule SpecificationsB-2cOC12/STM4 F0 OC12/STM4 channelized to DS3, DS1, E1, and DS0 (single mode and multimode; multimode with and without
Module Assemblies and Model CompatibilityERX Edge RoutersB-3HSSI High Speed Serial InterfaceNon-ASIC ERX-700 seriesERX-1410 systemSRP-5GSRP-5G+SRP-10G
APPENDIX BModule SpecificationsB-4Performance SpecificationsTable B-2 provides details about the performance of the line module assemblies.SRP-40GSRP-
Performance SpecificationsERX Edge RoutersB-5cOC12/STM4 F0(single mode and multimode, multimode with and without SONET APS redundancy)OC12/STM4OC3/STM
APPENDIX BModule SpecificationsB-6OC3/STM1 POS(single mode and multimode))OC3/STM-1,HDLC Framing1:N redundancy 120 WOC12/STM4 ATM(single mode and mult
Connection InformationERX Edge RoutersB-7Connection InformationTable B-3 shows the names of the line modules and I/O modules that you can combine to f
ERX Edge RoutersxiiiAppendix E Installing ERX System SoftwareOverview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
APPENDIX BModule SpecificationsB-8cOC3/STM1single modelong reachcOCx/STMxF0cOC3STM1F0 I/OLONGHAUL4 SC full duplex • Tx power: › min: –5.0 dBm› max: 0
Connection InformationERX Edge RoutersB-9cOC12/STM4single modeintermediate reachcOCx/STMxF0cOC12STM4F0 I/OSINGLE MODE1 SC full duplex • Tx power:› min
APPENDIX BModule SpecificationsB-10CT3 CT3 CT3/T3I/O3 BNC75 ohm• The line interface unit supports two line build-outs:› 0–68.5 m (0–225 feet)› 69–137
Connection InformationERX Edge RoutersB-11E3 FRAME(12 ports)COCX-F3 E3-12FRAMEI/O12 BT43 SMB(cable that adapts to 75-ohm BNC is available)The transmit
APPENDIX BModule SpecificationsB-12GE 1000 Base-LHGE/FE GEI/OSFPa1 active1 redundantLC full duplex • Tx power › min: –9.5 dBm › max: –3 dBm• Center
Connection InformationERX Edge RoutersB-13GEsingle modebGE/FE GEI/OSINGLEMODE1 active1 redundantSC full duplex • Tx power › min: –11 dBm › max: –3
APPENDIX BModule SpecificationsB-14OC3/STM1 ATMmultimodeOCx/STMx ATMOC3-4I/OMULTIMODE4 SC full duplex • Tx power:› min: –19 dBm› max: –14 dBm• Center
Connection InformationERX Edge RoutersB-15OC3/STM1 POS multimodeOCx/STMx POSOC3-4I/OMULTIMODE4 SC full duplex • Tx power:› min: –19 dBm› max: –14 dBm•
APPENDIX BModule SpecificationsB-16OC12/STM4 ATM multimode without SONET APS redundancyOCx/STMx ATMOC12STM4I/OMULTIMODE1 SC full duplex • Tx power:› m
Connection InformationERX Edge RoutersB-17OC12/STM4 ATM single mode, intermediate reach with SONET APS redundancyOCx/STMx ATMOC12STM4APSSINGLE MODE1 a
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APPENDIX BModule SpecificationsB-18OC12/STM4 POS multimode with SONET APS redundancyOCx/STMx POSOC12STM4APSMULTIMODE1 active1 redundantSC full duplex
Connection InformationERX Edge RoutersB-19SRP (5 Gbps)bSRP-5G SRP I/O 7 • Terminal blocks•BNC• Wire wrap posts• RJ-45 • RS-232 (DB-9)See Chapter 4, Ca
APPENDIX BModule SpecificationsB-20T3 ATM(3 ports)T3 ATM CT3/T3I/O3 BNC75 ohm• The line interface unit supports two line build-outs:› 0–68.5 m (0–225
Connection InformationERX Edge RoutersB-21Cable Lengths for X.21/V.35 CablesSerial signals can travel a limited distance without significant degradati
APPENDIX BModule SpecificationsB-22
CCable PinoutsThis appendix lists the cables and connector pinout assignments for the cables used with the ERX-700 series and ERX-1400 series. SRP I/O
APPENDIX CCable PinoutsC-2Figure C-1 SRP I/O module serial portTable C-2 lists the pinout for the serial cable’s RS-232 connector.Once you have confi
SRP I/O ModuleERX Edge RoutersC-3Figure C-2 SRP I/O module Ethernet portTable C-2 lists the pinout for the Ethernet cable’s RJ-45 connector.To facili
APPENDIX CCable PinoutsC-4Table C-3 lists the pinout for the crossover adapter.Table C-4 lists the pinout for the straight-through adapter.CT1 and CE1
CT1 and CE1 I/O ModulesERX Edge RoutersC-5Figure C-3 CT1 I/O module portsTable C-5 lists the pinout for the CT1/CE1 connector.For CE1 I/O modules wit
About This GuideThis ERX Installation and User Guide provides the information you need to install and start the ERX edge router.Note: If the informati
APPENDIX CCable PinoutsC-6Figure C-4 CE1 I/O module with Telco connectorsFigure C-5 shows the location of the 20 pairs of BNC connectors on a balun p
CT1 and CE1 I/O ModulesERX Edge RoutersC-79 Port 4 RX TIP 34 Port 4 RX RING10 Port 4 TX TIP 35 Port 4 TX RING11 Port 5 RX TIP 36 Port 5 RX RING12 Port
APPENDIX CCable PinoutsC-815 Port 17 RX TIP 40 Port 17 RX RING16 Port 17 TX TIP 41 Port 17 TX RING17 Port 18 RX TIP 42 Port 18 RX RING18 Port 18 TX TI
DPreparing Your SiteThis chapter provides information about preparing your site before installing the ERX system. We recommend that you consider all r
APPENDIX DPreparing Your SiteD-2• Ensure that all IP environment requirements are met, such as Autonomous System (AS) number, port IP address and mask
Rack RequirementsERX Edge RoutersD-3Lightning Activity Warning: Do not work on the system or connect or disconnect cables during lightning activity.DC
APPENDIX DPreparing Your SiteD-4• The distance between the mounting holes in the two posts must be 18.31 inches ±.063 inch, as specified in the EIA 31
Rack RequirementsERX Edge RoutersD-5Figure D-1 Fully loaded 84-inch rackOC3SRPSRPCT3CT3CT3OC3SRPSRPCT3CT3CT3SRPSRPOC3CT3CT3CT37-ft. (2.1 m) rackFan a
APPENDIX DPreparing Your SiteD-6Figure D-2 ERX-700 series and ERX-1400 series systems installed in 84-inch rackOC3SRPSRPCT3SRPSRPCT3CT3CT3OC3SRPSRPCT
Cabling RecommendationsERX Edge RoutersD-7Cabling RecommendationsYou may want to consult the document GR-63 (LSSGR, FD-15): Network Equipment Building
About This GuidexviAudienceThis guide is intended for experienced system and network specialists who will configure a Juniper Networks ERX system in a
APPENDIX DPreparing Your SiteD-8
EInstalling ERX System SoftwareCaution: Check the Release Notes for extra information about installing and upgrading the software.This appendix provid
APPENDIX EInstalling ERX System SoftwareE-2example, if the release number is x.y.z, the name of the directory is x-y-z. To identify the software relea
Installing Software When a Firewall ExistsERX Edge RoutersE-39 Install the software release file to the system space on the ERX system.10 Save the cur
APPENDIX EInstalling ERX System SoftwareE-44 Set an IP address on the interface.host1#configureConfiguring from terminal or file [terminal]?Enter conf
Installing Software When a Firewall ExistsERX Edge RoutersE-5If the network host is listed, go to step 8. Otherwise, proceed with step 6.6 Add an entr
APPENDIX EInstalling ERX System SoftwareE-6directory. If you specify a subdirectory that does not exist, the ERX system creates the directory.Note: Be
Installing Software When a Firewall Does Not ExistERX Edge RoutersE-73 Press <CTRL-Z> to return to Privileged Exec mode.4 Check that the ERX sys
APPENDIX EInstalling ERX System SoftwareE-8To install the software, perform the following tasks:1 Obtain the required information for the installation
Installing Software When a Firewall Does Not ExistERX Edge RoutersE-92 Determine the port number of the module.3 Determine whether the interface alrea
DocumentationERX Edge RoutersxviiDocumentationThe ERX Installation Quick Start poster is shipped in the box with all new systems. This poster provides
APPENDIX EInstalling ERX System SoftwareE-10If the network host is listed, go to step 8. Otherwise, proceed with step 6.6 Add an entry to the Static H
Installing Software When a Firewall Does Not ExistERX Edge RoutersE-11Task 7: Save the Current ConfigurationTo save the current configuration, use the
APPENDIX EInstalling ERX System SoftwareE-12Installing Software in Boot ModeTo install the ERX software in Boot mode, you must access the CLI via the
Installing Software When a Firewall Does Not ExistERX Edge RoutersE-13Task 3: Assign an IP AddressWhen you assign an IP address to the ERX system in b
APPENDIX EInstalling ERX System SoftwareE-14The software release will be copied from the network host to the ERX system. This process can take several
Upgrading Systems That Are Operating with Two SRP ModulesERX Edge RoutersE-15To transfer release files from a source ERX system to a destination ERX s
APPENDIX EInstalling ERX System SoftwareE-16The redundaant SRP module will automatically reboot, because the software release that it is configured to
FDeclaration of ConformityDeclaration of Conformity according to ISO/IEC Guide 22 and EN4514Manufacturer’s Name: Juniper Networks, Inc.Manufacturer’s
APPENDIX F Release x.x.xDeclaration of ConformityF-2Supplementary Information: The products herewith comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage D
IndexNumbers10/100BASE-T port 4-7, 4-9Aaccess, management 1-11, 5-1 to 5-6setting up console 5-2 to 5-4SNMP 1-11, 5-6Tel n et s etup 5-4accessingan FT
About This Guidexviii• ERX Routing Protocols Configuration Guide, Vol. 1 – Provides information about configuring routing policy and configuring IP, I
Index2current (electrical) requirements A-2customer support 1-xixDDCE status 8-4Declaration of Conformity, EC F-2detecting double-bit error 8-11Device
ERX Edge Routers3fansfailure 8-4, 8-8, 8-10installing 7-11, 7-13location 1-15redundancy 1-15removing 7-11, 7-12fan tray 1-15hot-swapping 7-9far end re
Index4installing spare 3-15LEDs 1-7, 8-2, 8-3 to 8-9models B-7 to B-21performance rate 1-2, 1-4performance specifications B-4 to B-6power use B-4 to B
ERX Edge Routers5source A 8-4, 8-8source B 8-4, 8-8specifications A-2POWER A LED 8-4POWER B LED 8-4powering down ERX system 6-3powering up ERX system
Index6SRP modules 1-7, 1-8 to 1-9compatibility with ERX models B-3 to B-4compatibility with line modules and I/O modules B-1 to B-4errors on 8-11insta
Using the Online Documentation CDERX Edge RoutersxixUsing the Online Documentation CDTo use the Online Documentation CD:1 Place the Online Documentati
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About This Guidexx
1ERX System OverviewThis chapter provides information about the system.The ERX SystemThe ERX edge routers are modular, carrier-class networking device
CHAPTER 1ERX System Overview1-2All models use the same software. However, the specific model determines:• The combination of line modules supported• T
The ERX SystemERX Edge Routers1-3Figure 1-1 ERX-1400 series front viewERX-1400Redundant SRP moduleTop bezelFlangeEjectorSRP moduleLine module (slot 1
CHAPTER 1ERX System Overview1-4Figure 1-2 ERX-1400 series rear viewERX-700 SeriesIn the ERX documentation, the term ERX-700 series refers to both the
The ERX SystemERX Edge Routers1-5The ERX-705 chassis is the same as the ERX-700 chassis (see Figure 1-3 and Figure 1-4). The chassis contains seven sl
CHAPTER 1ERX System Overview1-6Where the ERX System Fits InFigure 1-5 and Figure 1-6 illustrate the position of the system as an edge router in an end
ERX System ModulesERX Edge Routers1-7ERX System Modules The system supports an SRP module and a selection of line modules. You can use any line module
CHAPTER 1ERX System Overview1-8SRP ModuleThe SRP module (see Figure 1-8) is a two-board assembly; both boards connect to the system’s midplane and to
ERX System ModulesERX Edge Routers1-9Figure 1-8 SRP moduleSRP I/O ModuleA single corresponding input/output module called the SRP I/O module interfac
Canadian Department Of Communications Radio Interference RegulationsThis Class B (or Class A, if so indicated on the registration label) digital appar
CHAPTER 1ERX System Overview1-10Line ModulesLine modules process data from different types of network connections. For information about the available
Network Management ToolsERX Edge Routers1-11I/O ModulesMost line modules have a corresponding input/output (I/O) module that provides the physical int
CHAPTER 1ERX System Overview1-12SRP I/O module located in the rear of the chassis. If the primary SRP fails, the redundant SRP module assumes control
Redundancy FeaturesERX Edge Routers1-13If there is not enough space on the primary NVS card to create the synchronization reserve file, the synchroniz
CHAPTER 1ERX System Overview1-14Figure 1-10 Data flow when a spare line module is activeFor information about installing modules for line module redu
The Next StepERX Edge Routers1-15FansForced air-cooling keeps the temperature of the ERX modules and components within normal operating limits. In the
CHAPTER 1ERX System Overview1-16
2Installing the ERX SystemThis chapter provides procedures for installing the ERX-1400 series and the ERX-700 series either as freestanding devices or
CHAPTER 2Installing the ERX System2-2Figure 2-1 Packaged ERX-1400 seriesTo unpack the ERX-1400 series:1 Cut the two straps that secure the carton to
Unpacking the ERX-1400 SeriesERX Edge Routers2-3Figure 2-2 Lifting the carton off an ERX-1400 series6 Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the three
D.O.C. Explanatory Notes: Equipment Attachment LimitationsThe Canadian Department of Communications label identifies certified equipment. This certifi
CHAPTER 2Installing the ERX System2-4Figure 2-3 Removing an L-bracket8 Depending on where you want to position the system, proceed to Freestanding In
Freestanding InstallationERX Edge Routers2-5Freestanding InstallationThis section provides instructions for installing the system on a table top or in
CHAPTER 2Installing the ERX System2-6Figure 2-5 ERX-700 series rear viewRack-Mounted InstallationWe recommend that you use a standard EIA distributio
Rack-Mounted InstallationERX Edge Routers2-7Safety GuidelinesObserve the following safety guidelines when mounting the system in a rack.Rack Installat
CHAPTER 2Installing the ERX System2-8To install the system in the rack:1 On the rack, identify and mark the holes that you want to use for mounting th
Rack-Mounted InstallationERX Edge Routers2-9Figure 2-6 Rack with ERX-700 systems and an ERX-1410 systemOC3SRPSRPCT3SRPSRPCT3CT3CT3OC3SRPSRPCT3SRPSRPC
CHAPTER 2Installing the ERX System2-10The Next StepAfter you finish installing the system:• If the system was delivered with the modules already insta
3Installing ERX ModulesThis chapter describes how to physically install and remove ERX modules. If the modules you want are already installed in the s
CHAPTER 3Installing ERX Modules3-2Figure 3-1 Orientation of line modules in the ERX-700 series and ERX-1400 series For details about available line m
OverviewERX Edge Routers3-3Slots 6 and 7 are reserved for the SRP modules.Figure 3-2 ERX-1400 slot groupsSlot Groups for the ERX-700 Series A slot gr
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CHAPTER 3Installing ERX Modules3-4.Figure 3-3 ERX-700 series slot groupsCombinations of Line ModulesFor information about allowed combinations of lin
Protecting Modules and SlotsERX Edge Routers3-5On the ERX-1400 series, the grounding jacks are inside the front bezel in the lower-left area of the fr
CHAPTER 3Installing ERX Modules3-6Safety GuidelinesBefore and during the installation process, observe the following precautions:Lightning Activity Wa
Installing SRP I/O and SRP ModulesERX Edge Routers3-7Figure 3-5 Removing the blank faceplateCaution: Always handle the module by its edges. Do not to
CHAPTER 3Installing ERX Modules3-8Figure 3-6 Installing an SRP I/O module in the ERX-1400 series7 Tighten the module’s captive screws using a Phillip
Installing SRP I/O and SRP ModulesERX Edge Routers3-9Caution: Always handle the module by its edges. Do not touch the components, pins, leads, or sold
CHAPTER 3Installing ERX Modules3-10Figure 3-8 Installing an SRP module9 Insert the module into the backplane by simultaneously depressing both ejecto
Installing Line Modules and Their I/O ModulesERX Edge Routers3-11Installing a Line or I/O ModuleTo install a module:1 Connect the antistatic wrist str
CHAPTER 3Installing ERX Modules3-12Figure 3-9 Installing a module in the ERX-1400 series9 Insert the module into the midplane by simultaneously depre
Removing a ModuleERX Edge Routers3-13Removing a ModuleTo remove a module:Caution: If you do not use the halt command before removing or powering down
must return the Software, including any User Documentation, and all copies or portions thereof to Juniper Networks. Termination of this License Agreem
CHAPTER 3Installing ERX Modules3-14Figure 3-10 Installing the blank faceplateIf you remove an I/O module and not the corresponding line module, the l
Installing Components for Line Module RedundancyERX Edge Routers3-15Caution: When handling modules, use an antistatic wrist strap connected to the ERX
CHAPTER 3Installing ERX Modules3-167 Carefully insert an I/O module in one slot to ensure that the redundancy midplane is aligned correctly; then tigh
The Next StepERX Edge Routers3-17Verifying the InstallationTo verify that the installation is complete:1 Turn on the power switches.The system will re
CHAPTER 3Installing ERX Modules3-18
4Cabling the ERX SystemThis chapter describes how to cable the ERX system. Before you cable the system, ensure that you have completed all installatio
CHAPTER 4Cabling the ERX System4-2Cabling Your ERX SystemCabling the system takes only a few minutes. You need these items:• A 1/8" flathead scre
Safety GuidelinesERX Edge Routers4-3Figure 4-1 Cabling your ERX systemSafety GuidelinesObserve the following guidelines when cabling your ERX system.
CHAPTER 4Cabling the ERX System4-4Lightning Activity Warning: Do not work on the system or connect or disconnect cables during lightning activity.DC P
Cabling the Power Input ModuleERX Edge Routers4-5Follow the procedure in this section to connect power cables to the system. Refer to Figure 4-2 as ne
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CHAPTER 4Cabling the ERX System4-6Figure 4-2 Power input moduleGroundPower AleadsPower BleadsTHIS PRODUCT IS EQUIPPED WITHTWO POWER FEEDS. DISCONNEC
Cabling the SRP I/O ModuleERX Edge Routers4-7Cabling the SRP I/O ModuleThe next step in cabling the system is to connect cables to your SRP I/O module
CHAPTER 4Cabling the ERX System4-8Figure 4-3 SRP I/O moduleALARMSSRP I/OEXTERNAL TIMINGCONSOLE10/100BASE TRS-232T1 100 OHMCLOCK INABTGRTGRE1 75 OHMCL
Cabling the SRP I/O ModuleERX Edge Routers4-9To connect the clock source input ports:1 Depending on the connector type, complete one of the following
CHAPTER 4Cabling the ERX System4-10Cabling I/O ModulesThe following sections describe how to cable I/O modules with different types of connectors. For
Cabling I/O ModulesERX Edge Routers4-11To cable I/O modules with HSSI connectors:1 Insert the HSSI connector into the selected port.2 Terminate the ot
CHAPTER 4Cabling the ERX System4-12Figure 4-6 I/O module with RJ-45 connectorCabling RJ-48C ConnectorsTo cable I/O modules with RJ-48C connectors:1 I
Cabling I/O ModulesERX Edge Routers4-13Cabling LC Duplex ConnectorsIn accordance with EN60825-1, Safety of Laser Products - Part 1: Equipment Class, R
CHAPTER 4Cabling the ERX System4-14Figure 4-8 I/O module with LC full duplex connectorsCabling SC Duplex ConnectorsIn accordance with EN60825-1, Safe
Cabling I/O ModulesERX Edge Routers4-15Warning: IEC 825, Class 1 laser fiber connectors are for connection only to Class 1 laser devices.1 Insert the
CHAPTER 4Cabling the ERX System4-164 Terminate the other end in the appropriate network connection.5 Repeat steps 1–4 for the RX cable’s SMB connector
The Next StepERX Edge Routers4-17Figure 4-11 X.21/V.35 module with 50-pin X.21/V.35 connectorCabling Redundant PortsSome modules have redundant ports
CHAPTER 4Cabling the ERX System4-18
5Accessing the ERX SystemThis chapter provides information on the various ways you can access the system to manage it. Managing your router includes b
CHAPTER 5Accessing the ERX System5-2For initial access to the system, you need to physically connect your console directly to the system’s RS-232 port
Console Port SetupERX Edge Routers5-3Connecting Directly to the ERX SystemWhen you connect a console directly to the system, use a cable appropriate f
CHAPTER 5Accessing the ERX System5-4address for the system. The system powers up in User Exec mode. To assign an IP address:1 Enter the enable command
Telnet SetupERX Edge Routers5-5The system is now in Privileged Exec mode.2 Enter the configure command.host1#configure terminalEnter configuration com
CHAPTER 5Accessing the ERX System5-6Caution: Do not change the IP address for the Ethernet interface that you are using to communicate with the system
6Powering Up the SystemThis chapter provides instructions for powering up the system and information on electrical specifications.Before You Power Up
ContentsAbout This GuideERX Edge Routers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xvAudie
CHAPTER 6Powering Up the System6-2Powering UpThis procedure assumes that the system is already connected to a DC power source. See Chapter 4, Cabling
Status LEDsERX Edge Routers6-3Figure 6-1 ERX-1400 series power switchesInitialization SequenceEach ERX line module is initialized independently. As a
CHAPTER 6Powering Up the System6-4The Next StepIf you have problems powering up the system, go to Chapter 8, Troubleshooting, for help.
7Maintaining the ERX SystemThis chapter describes the procedures that you must complete to maintain the ERX system and its components. Other maintenan
CHAPTER 7Maintaining the ERX System7-2Storing Modules and ComponentsCaution: Failure to store electronic modules and components correctly may lead to
Upgrading NVS Cards on SRP ModulesERX Edge Routers7-3Warning: Do not insert any metal object, such as a screwdriver, or place your hand into an open s
CHAPTER 7Maintaining the ERX System7-46 When this SRP module is available, synchronize the SRP modules.host1#synchronize7 When the SRP modules are syn
Replacing SFPs on GE I/O ModulesERX Edge Routers7-5Figure 7-1 NVS card slot on SRP module4 Remove the NVS card and place it in the antistatic contain
CHAPTER 7Maintaining the ERX System7-6Removing SFPsTo remove the SFPs:1 Obtain an antistatic container for the SFPs you will remove (see Storing Modul
Replacing SFPs on GE I/O ModulesERX Edge Routers7-7Installing SFPsTo install SFPs:1 Put the antistatic wrist strap on your wrist, and connect the stra
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